Hammonds House Museum, African American art museum in West End, Atlanta, United States.
Hammonds House Museum is an art museum in a Victorian residence in West Atlanta that focuses on African American artists. The collection includes paintings, sculptures, and other works displayed throughout the historic home's rooms, showcasing the output of artists of African descent.
The house was built in 1857 and served as a private residence before its conversion to a museum in 1988. This transformation turned the home into a center for promoting African American artists in the Southern metropolis.
The house belonged to Dr. Otis Thrash Hammonds, a Black physician who collected artworks and wanted to share them with his community. This connection between medical practice and art passion continues to define the museum's purpose today.
Visitors can explore the museum most weekend days, with guided tours available for groups of eight or more by advance arrangement. It is wise to plan ahead and check the website to confirm current opening hours.
The museum's resource center lets visitors study slides, videos, and books about the featured artists, including works by Radcliffe Bailey and Romare Bearden. This collection of materials allows visitors to go deeper into the life's work of these important artists.
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